So the p bass I just picked up is an MIM p from 2007. It's been hanging on the wall since then. They put their cost of the bass on it 2 weeks before I picked it up. So if anyone is curious a $599 p bass actually cost $399 for the store.
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I just cancelled my order. Don't wanna pay $1000 for a 2015 that's been hanging in a GC for who knows how long.
Going to a local GC today and possibly picking up a MIM. Praying they have no black and maple American pros is stock....
I still would have gone for it, you never know. If Wayne an awesome bass and you could possible haggle for a few buck less. I'd take a NOS Am. Std. over a new American Professional any day. Actually would have done exactly that but found a used Road Worn Jazz for $625 last week so I jumped on that instead.
From reading your other post I noticed hat you mention you hate buying used. Why? If you know what you're looking at and can pick out nay issues, problems, gremlins, etc. you can really save some money on an awesome instrument. Some people though think if something has been sitting on the rack for a while, or is someone is selling something it automatically means that there is something wrong with it, and they get suspicious and only buy new, but keep in mind that people's tastes change, and GAS is a heck of an illness, which means plenty of people sell incredible instruments for no other reason than it's just not the one for them, they want something else and need the funds to buy it, have to pay bills, giving up the instrument and no longer play, etc.
No, the Constitution doesn't demand that you play them. You added that yourself.Hi Gizmot
fixed that for you
may the bass be with you
Wise(b)ass
I was kidding. It was a "I feel like I've been married all my life" kinda joke. Hell, my wife is screaming at me right now for leaving the house without my cell phone... (right now. Seriously!).
I apologize if I offended you.
Gregg
Hey man, it's cool.Bad Joke.No smilie either, Shame!
I replied, no big.
"Wifey" humor somehow doesn't resonate w/ me, maybe because I'm not married.
My Bad, I shall accept any admonishment you deem necessary!
Merci Beaucoup Gregg. No apology needed!
Collections are OK, just not for me. I have no rules about this. It's just the way I prefer it.
I'm currently on 2 basses, but as I only upgrade what I already have and sell the oldest one I don't have any of the issues that can arise with a wife and a "collection".
Anyway . . . she takes up more space in this house with her hobbies and interests so if I had 10 or 30 basses, no excuses needed, she'd be cool.
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I never justify things I want. Why? If I want something bad enough I just buy it. Besides, if you're a professional player you can write it off your taxes. You either spend that money or the government takes it from you.
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Just saved myself $600, and will be getting a brand new one of these:
As opposed to one of these that's been getting beat up on GC rack since 2015:
I think I made the wise decision.
For me.
Of course.
As opposed to one of these that's been getting beat up on GC rack since 2015:
I think I made the wise decision.
For me.
Of course.
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Paler neck is nicer. I believe that's just the photo and luck of the draw though.
Yes, it's MIM. Just heard some interesting facts regarding that too from an authorized Fender repair person. Not as much difference as some would have you believe.
My justification came down to, "I want it." Anything else would be BS at this point. I did however realize I'm getting another 8% back (that's 23% off total), so I'm confident it's a safe investment. Will be able to sell it for what I paid on Craigslist, should I ever choose to. It take a $50-$100 hit at worst. I also have a D-tuner I never used that will fit a MIM. It would have cost me another $70 for the MIA. And the D-tuner is essential.
Yes, it's MIM. Just heard some interesting facts regarding that too from an authorized Fender repair person. Not as much difference as some would have you believe.
My justification came down to, "I want it." Anything else would be BS at this point. I did however realize I'm getting another 8% back (that's 23% off total), so I'm confident it's a safe investment. Will be able to sell it for what I paid on Craigslist, should I ever choose to. It take a $50-$100 hit at worst. I also have a D-tuner I never used that will fit a MIM. It would have cost me another $70 for the MIA. And the D-tuner is essential.
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One more justification.
Aug 27th will make exactly 33 yrs since any alcohol has passed my lips. I'm buying myself an anniversary gift.
Aug 27th will make exactly 33 yrs since any alcohol has passed my lips. I'm buying myself an anniversary gift
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One more justification.
Aug 27th will make exactly 33 yrs since any alcohol has passed my lips. I'm buying myself an anniversary gift
Good for you!
I like having a nice shot every now & then, but I totally understand the other side of the coin,
A new bass will surely make your celebration that much sweeter!
Best justification so far!One more justification.
Aug 27th will make exactly 33 yrs since any alcohol has passed my lips. I'm buying myself an anniversary gift
